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Gas Foundation Course for Plumbers (3 weeks)

L1

This course requires you to spend 15 days in a college environment and undertake ‘on the job’ training, under the supervision of a Gas Safe registered installer, where you will need to provide work-based evidence towards your qualification. You will be trained in all aspects of domestic gas safety in preparation for their ACS assessment. This is the industry recognised and accepted route to gain a certificate of competence needed to become a member of the Gas Safe Register.

Entry requirements

You will need to have relevant qualifications or experience in trades that have transferable skills and must be able to provide your own ‘Gas Safe’ mentor, who can provide a range of ‘on the job’ gas training.

Course content

You will be trained in all aspects of domestic gas safety in preparation for their ACS assessment. This is the industry recognised and accepted route to gain a certificate of competence needed to become a member of the Gas Safe Register.

You will study a range of units including:

Gas Safety Legislation

Characteristics of Combustion

Ventilation, Chimneys and Flues

Gas Safety Devices and Controls

Operating Pressure and Gas Rates

Unsafe Procedures

Installation of Pipework

Checking Meter Regulators

Emergency Actions and Procedures

Tightness Testing and Purging

Commissioning.

On completion of the training, portfolio and successful recommendation, you will be issued with a BPEC Gas Foundation certificate.

Assessment methods

You will be assessed through a combination of practical and theory examinations.

Further study and career options

Upon receipt of the Gas Foundation certificate you can then apply to undertake the relevant ACS assessments. This is the industry recognised and accepted route to gain a certificate of competence needed to become a member of the Gas Safe Register.

Additional information

You will need to purchase the Essential Gas Safety Domestic Manual and the CCN1 workbook.

Course information & how to book

This course runs on multiple occasions. Choose the date most appropriate for you and select the 'Enrol' button to book online.
If you need help you can call us on 01234 291000.

To apply online, select the 'Apply' button below. You will need to register an account and then you can follow the instructions on screen.

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Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 for more information.

Additional formats
Course information sheets are also available in large print and audio formats. Call us on01234 291000 to order your copy.